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Silicone Rubber Molded Gasket for Panelboards from Japan

Liquid injection molded silicone rubber gaskets that seal enclosures of molded-case circuit breakers (heading 8536). Designed for IP65 environmental protection with specific compression set for breaker door assemblies. Qualifies as molded parts under 8538.90.60.00.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include Shore A hardness and compression set test results for classification support

• Match gasket profile exactly to specific breaker model door geometry

• Avoid 4016.99 classification by proving principal electrical apparatus use